Tom Brady exits Birmingham City as club tops Championship
Tom Brady has given up his minority share in Birmingham City Football Club, the club confirms. The departure comes as Birmingham sit first in the Championship after a 2‑1 victory over Swansea City at St Andrew's two days ago. No explanation for the exit has been offered. Brady originally bought the stake during the 2023 takeover by the Knighthead group.
Key facts
- The club set a third‑tier record by signing England U21 forward Jay Stansfield for £15 million.
- Birmingham finished 10th in the Championship in their first season back after promotion.
- Plans exist for a new 62,000‑capacity stadium in Birmingham.
- Brady also holds a stake in the Las Vegas Raiders and works as a colour commentator for Fox Sports.
- He previously won Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Why it matters
A high‑profile investor leaves as the club leads the promotion race.
What changed
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